Viridian Therapeutics
r. Manager, QC LIMS Administrator
Viridian Therapeutics, Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02254
At Viridian, we are focused on developing best-in‑class medicines for people living with autoimmune and rare diseases. Leveraging our team’s expertise in antibody discovery and engineering, we have created a robust pipeline of differentiated investigational therapeutic candidates for well‑validated targets.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Quality Control, the Sr. Manager, QC LIMS Administrator will serve as a key subject matter expert responsible for configuring, maintaining, and optimizing the LIMS platform to support Quality Control laboratory operations. This role will collaborate closely with stakeholders across IT, Analytical Development (AD), Quality Control (QC), Quality Assurance (QA), and Computer System Validation (CSV) to ensure compliant, efficient, and user‑friendly system solutions. The LIMS Administrator will lead system configuration projects, support data integrity initiatives, manage routine updates, and provide user training to enable reliable and streamlined laboratory operations
This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office‑based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week.
Responsibilities (including, but not limited to)
Lead the configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of QC workflows within the LIMS platform
Translate user and business requirements into effective, compliant system solutions and workflows
Develop and execute projects and implement plans to ensure timely delivery of enhancements
Own and manage change controls, deviations, and other quality records related to LIMS
Serve as QC lead for metadata management, reporting, and data structure updates
Author and deliver end‑user procedures, training materials, and hands‑on training sessions
Support system upgrades, validation activities, and ensure ongoing system compliance with regulatory requirements
Generate and manage LIMS data reporting and support data queries from business partners
Partner with IT and vendors to troubleshoot, elevate, and resolve LIMS issues
Support internal and external audits by ensuring data integrity and system compliance with applicable regulations
Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience in the life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry
Strong understanding of QC laboratory workflows, analytical instrumentation, and data management principles
In‑depth knowledge of data integrity regulations and guidelines (21 CFR Part 11, Computer System Validation, ALCOA++)
Proven hands‑on experience in LIMS administration, configuration, implementation, and validation
Ability to translate user requirements into efficient system workflows and develop creative solutions within platform constraints
Excellent communication skills with the ability to train and support staff across multiple levels and functions
Demonstrated project management experience and ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
Comfortable in an adaptable small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
Strong commitment to ethical standards
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
Ability to travel up to 5%
The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience
Benefits
Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of premiums paid by Viridian for employees and their eligible dependents
Fertility and mental health programs
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
Life, Travel and AD&D
401(k) Company Match with immediate company vesting
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
Various mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs covered by Viridian
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.
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Reporting to the Executive Director, Quality Control, the Sr. Manager, QC LIMS Administrator will serve as a key subject matter expert responsible for configuring, maintaining, and optimizing the LIMS platform to support Quality Control laboratory operations. This role will collaborate closely with stakeholders across IT, Analytical Development (AD), Quality Control (QC), Quality Assurance (QA), and Computer System Validation (CSV) to ensure compliant, efficient, and user‑friendly system solutions. The LIMS Administrator will lead system configuration projects, support data integrity initiatives, manage routine updates, and provide user training to enable reliable and streamlined laboratory operations
This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office‑based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week.
Responsibilities (including, but not limited to)
Lead the configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of QC workflows within the LIMS platform
Translate user and business requirements into effective, compliant system solutions and workflows
Develop and execute projects and implement plans to ensure timely delivery of enhancements
Own and manage change controls, deviations, and other quality records related to LIMS
Serve as QC lead for metadata management, reporting, and data structure updates
Author and deliver end‑user procedures, training materials, and hands‑on training sessions
Support system upgrades, validation activities, and ensure ongoing system compliance with regulatory requirements
Generate and manage LIMS data reporting and support data queries from business partners
Partner with IT and vendors to troubleshoot, elevate, and resolve LIMS issues
Support internal and external audits by ensuring data integrity and system compliance with applicable regulations
Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience in the life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry
Strong understanding of QC laboratory workflows, analytical instrumentation, and data management principles
In‑depth knowledge of data integrity regulations and guidelines (21 CFR Part 11, Computer System Validation, ALCOA++)
Proven hands‑on experience in LIMS administration, configuration, implementation, and validation
Ability to translate user requirements into efficient system workflows and develop creative solutions within platform constraints
Excellent communication skills with the ability to train and support staff across multiple levels and functions
Demonstrated project management experience and ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
Comfortable in an adaptable small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
Strong commitment to ethical standards
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
Ability to travel up to 5%
The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience
Benefits
Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of premiums paid by Viridian for employees and their eligible dependents
Fertility and mental health programs
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
Life, Travel and AD&D
401(k) Company Match with immediate company vesting
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
Various mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs covered by Viridian
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.
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